In the glittering world of high-stakes art theft, two master players are about to collide...

Billionaire heiress Vivianne Faulks has spent her life in a gilded cage, shielded by her father's overbearing protectiveness and the weight of family expectations. Desperate to make a name for herself before succumbing to a prearranged marriage, she leverages her keen eye for art into a career that promises freedom. But when she uncovers a forgery that shakes the art world to its core, Vivianne is plunged into a dangerous game where nothing is as it seems.

A master forger and thief enter Paul de Gaulle, the enigmatic Starling, who has evaded capture for years. With a trail of masterpieces in his wake, he's untouchable—until Vivianne threatens to expose him.

As a web of lies, stolen art, and buried secrets threaten to expose them both, Vivianne and Paul find themselves irresistibly drawn to each other. But in a world where trust is a liability, giving in to desire could be deadly.

With a shadowy organization closing in and millions at stake, they'll have to decide: are they players or pawns in this deadly game of art and deception?

Don't miss out on this thrilling read, packed with enemies-to-lovers, forbidden romance, hidden identities, forced proximity, undercover operations, trust vs. betrayal, fish out of water, a strong female lead, dangerous attraction, art world intrigue, and family legacies.

Perfect for fans of "The Thomas Crown Affair" and "The Da Vinci Code," this pulse-pounding romantic thriller blends high-octane suspense with smoldering romance.

Can love flourish in the midst of lies? Or will the truth tear them apart?

Uncover the secrets. Feel the passion. Experience “The Lovers Duet part 1: The Starling."

Don't wait—grab your copy now and prepare to be swept away by the secrets, passion, and suspense in "The Starling."

Main Tropes:

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2. Forbidden Romance:

3. Hidden Identity/Secret Past:

4. Forced Proximity:

5. Undercover Operation:

6. Trust vs. Betrayal:

7. Fish Out of Water:

8. Strong Female Lead:

9. Dangerous Attraction:

10. Art World Intrigue:

11. Family Legacy/Expectations:

The Starling: a blend of romance and suspense, set against the backdrop of the international art world, promises a thrilling read full of passion, danger, and unexpected twists.


This book was previously published as The Starling. Significant and Substantial changes have been made to the storyline, massive updates to the content with expansion into a duet, and changing from third to first POV.